Care Assistant - Mornings

Uniquecare; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; Hybrid; GBP 20,112 - 38,572; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage paid at 30p per mile

Holiday pay

Pension scheme

Refer-a-friend bonus - £500

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Uniquecare is hiring Care Assistants in Solihull, offering competitive pay of £14.60 per hour, flexible hours up to 30 per week, and a supportive environment. Responsibilities include personal care, administering medications, and providing companionship. Requirements include a full UK driving licence and the right to work in the UK. The company promotes equal opportunities and supports career progression with funded training. This role provides rewarding opportunities in domiciliary care.

Qualifications

• Caring, compassionate, and reliable nature.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a supportive team.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personal care support including bathing and dressing.
• Administer medications safely as per guidance.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.

Skills

Communication skills

Compassionate nature

Reliability

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

Right to work in the UK

Job description

Care Assistant Mornings - Domiciliary

Pay: £14.60 per hour / Weekend Rate £15.00 / Bank Holiday Rate £29.20 per hour
Hours: Full‑time & part‑time available (contracted up to 30 hours)
Mileage paid at 35p per mile

We do not offer sponsorships or switches and currently do not have capacity for male carers.

Are you looking for a rewarding career in care? Join Unique Senior Care as a Care Assistant / Care Worker / Support Worker and make a difference every day by supporting people in their own homes.

We are recruiting Care Assistants in Solihull and surrounding areas for both part‑time and full‑time care jobs. Flexible hours are available, with contracted hours up to 30 hours per week. We particularly need carers to work early mornings (7am–9am) and evenings (7pm–10pm), including alternate weekends or the same day each weekend.

Benefits of working as a Care Assistant with Unique Senior Care

• Excellent hourly pay – £14 to £28 per hour
• Holiday pay (plus 1 extra week after 10 years’ service)
• Contracted hours available (10–30 hours per week depending on availability)
• Mileage paid at 30p per mile (plus HMRC reclaim option)
• Pension scheme (3%)
• Sleep‑in shifts available
• Blue Light Card – fully funded for exclusive discounts
• Refer‑a‑friend bonus – £500
• Birthday recognition (plus birthday off if no sickness in the year)
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and wellbeing sessions
• Life in Progress counselling (fast‑track referral service)
• Monthly recognition awards
• Career progression opportunities with funded training and qualifications
• Option to buy extra annual leave (up to 1 week per year)

Why choose Unique Senior Care?

Our philosophy is "People, above all else" – and that includes our clients and our team. We are proud to be known across the region for delivering high‑quality, person‑centred domiciliary care that enables people to remain independent in their own homes.

Our management team provide out‑of‑hours support, a bespoke support network, and a genuine focus on your work‑life balance. With many years of experience, they will guide and support you in building a long‑term career in care.

Responsibilities of a Care Assistant / Care Worker

• Deliver personal care support (bathing, toileting, dressing)
• Administer medications safely as per guidance
• Provide companionship, emotional support, and encourage wellbeing
• Assist with meal preparation, feeding, and dietary needs
• Support with mobility assistance (e.g. transfers to chairs/wheelchairs)
• Help with light housekeeping and maintain a safe environment
• Keep accurate care records and daily observations

Requirements for Care Assistant

• Full UK Driving Licence, access to a car, and business insurance
• Right to work in the UK
• A caring, compassionate, and reliable nature
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships
• Ability to work independently and as part of a supportive team
• Willingness to work flexible shifts (including evenings, weekends, and holidays)
• Previous experience in care work, support work, domiciliary care, or home care is desirable but not essential – we provide full training

The post you are applying for is exempt from the provision of Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) (Amendment) Orders 1975 and 2001 and therefore all convictions, cautions and bind‑overs, including those regarded as 'spent', must be declared. If successful in being appointed this position, we will carry out a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced criminal record check.

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Unique Senior Care is proud to promote equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, religion/belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, maternity, national origin, ethnic background, disability, or age.